Jonathan Creek at 20: test your knowledge of the cult show

The Alan Davies-starring cult detective show turns 20 this month. But how much do you remember about the much-loved show?

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On May 10, 2017
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What was the title of Jonathan Creek's first ever episode?

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The character of Adam Klaus was originally known as Adam Faust. Why did producers change his name?

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The windmill used as Jonathan Creek's residence is located in which West Sussex village?

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Jonathan Creek has seen a number of guest appearances. Which comedian appeared in the 2001 Christmas special, Satan's Chimney?

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Which common letter of the alphabet is unhelpfully missing from Jonathan's typewriter?

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Who originally played Adam Klaus for just one episode, before having to give up the role due to other commitments?

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Alan Davies has said he was the 38th person interviewed for the part of Creek. All of the following were considered, but who turned the role down?

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Jonathan Creek's signature duffel coat was incorporated into the show when...?

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By April 2013, Creek had left the magic and theatre world behind. What was his profession in The Clue of the Savant's Thumb?

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The very first episode of Jonathan Creek involved the mysterious murder of...?

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In series one, ageing rock star Roy Pilgrim is a member of which cult?

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There's been a lot of strange cases in Jonathan Creek, but what - in the episode The Omega Man - turned out to be fake?

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Adam Klaus appeared in court accused of encouraging a woman to commit unsavoury acts with which object?

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Jonathan Creek once appeared on a chat show to promote collaborator Maddy's book. Who was the real life host of the show?

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Creek teamed up with new sidekick Carla in 2001's Christmas special. What did she do?

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Maddy left as Jonathan's original 'side-kick', but why?

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What's the name of the crime-fighting show Creek serves as consultant for?

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The theme song - 'Danse Macabre' - was originally written by which French composer?

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The character Jonathan Creek was named after...?

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An American remake of the show was once in development. Who was set to star alongside Davies as his side-kick?

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